Special Education; Teacher; SY - Lamar MS

Job Title

Special Education Teacher

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

This role supports students with special needs, delivering appropriate learning activities in environments that promote intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. The teacher develops or modifies curricula, prepares lessons and instructional materials based on ability levels, and works in self‑contained teams or itinerant capacities as assigned.

• WAGE/HOUR STATUS:
  Exempt
• FUNDING SOURCE: 199
• REPORTS TO:
  
  Principal
• PAY GRADE:
  Teacher Salary Schedule (187 Days)
• DATE REVISED:
  May, 2016

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Texas Teacher's Certificate with appropriate endorsement for teaching area

• Ability to develop IEPs and participate in ARD process
• Knowledge of curriculum
• Knowledge of special needs of students
• Knowledge of policies and practices addressing specific duties and responsibilities of assigned position, e.g., Lead Special Education Teacher, Teacher of the Visually Impaired, Adaptive Physical Education Teacher

At least one (1) year of student teaching or approved internship.

• Collaborate with parents and staff in the development of IEPs
• Develop and implement social and academic programs according to IEPs
• Prepare for classes assigned and show evidence of preparation

• Consistently assess student progress through formal and informal testing
• Consistently assess and modify classroom environment to maximize student success
• Present positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school district
• Provide or seek sources to aid students in dealing with emotional and physical needs that must be met before learning can take place
• Provide positive and successful opportunities for students to develop self‑esteem
• Provide or supervise personal care or medical care of students as stated in IEP

• Create a safe and positive classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development of the students
• Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to IEP
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials
• Plan and supervise activities for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s)

• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, personnel from community agencies, and other professional staff in the education, care, and management of students
• Provide ongoing training, consultation, and support to school personnel
• Create a positive team approach to inclusive educational settings

• Participate in in‑district in‑service training
• Demonstrate interest in professional improvement

• Keep informed of and comply with all campus, district, state, and federal policies and regulations
• Complete and maintain all reports, records, and documents
• Attend and participate in faculty/staff meetings and serve on committees as required
• Adhere to professional code of ethics

Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem‑solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision‑making. Coordinate programming for students in a variety of educational settings with multiple interventions. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and district policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.